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Lee Jong-suk’s Law and the City Becomes a Global K-Drama Sensation, Topping Charts in 150+ Countries
Lee Jong-suk has made a powerful return to the small screen with tvN’s Law and the City, a legal K-drama that’s quickly emerging as one of 2025’s biggest hits. Within its first week, the drama has skyrocketed to the top of global streaming charts, ranking in over 150 countries and earning praise from viewers and critics alike.
Law and the City premiered to strong international reception, securing a Top 5 spot on Rakuten Viki in 144 countries including the U.S., France, Brazil, and India. It claimed #1 in India and the Middle East, and #2 across the Americas and Europe. The series also performed strongly in Asia, reaching #2 on U-NEXT Japan and #1 on iQIYI .
In Southeast Asia, the series is now tvN Asia’s highest-rated 2025 drama in Malaysia, Singapore, Indonesia, and the Philippines. Back in Korea, Law and the City delivered the highest premiere ratings of the year for a tvN weekend drama, with episode 4 peaking at 6.8% in Seoul, according to Nielsen Korea.
The series stars Lee Jong-suk as Ahn Joo-hyung, a sharp but empathetic prosecutor navigating the complexities of justice, and Moon Ga-young as Kang Hee-ji, a passionate public defender. The show is written by Lee Seung-hyun, a former prosecutor, and directed by Park Seung-woo, whose grounded style has earned praise for its realism and emotional depth.
Fans have praised the series for its authentic portrayal of legal cases, strong ensemble cast, and emotional storytelling. Online reactions have been incredibly positive.
With its compelling storyline, star power, and international appeal, Law and the City is not just a comeback for Lee Jong-suk—it’s a defining K-drama of 2025.
